"Kaivan Maximilian, finally tonight I have a worthy opponent."Edward immediately greeted the arrival of Kenzi Maximilian's sibling as he stepped into the Picadelli Shooting Arena. Everyone knew that among the four of them, only Kaivan and Edward possessed impressive skills in handling firearms.Since childhood, Kaivan had a strong interest in all adrenaline-pumping sports. Especially now, he often dealt with big mafia figures. This forced him to always dedicate time to sharpen his skills and instincts in defeating enemies.On the other hand, Edward was the only man who could match Kaivan's expertise in shooting, horseback riding, and archery. The two of them sometimes lost track of time when engaged in a game together. To the point that Richard always referred to them as if they were blood siblings due to their compatibility."I did come to defeat you as usual," Kaivan confidently stated.Edward chuckled. "Don't get too confident just yet," he retorted. "Tonight, I'll be the one to w
Luca Guzman looked relaxed this morning, enjoying the morning air while basking in the courtyard of the mansion where he lived. Listening to classical music, an underling approached him."Mr. Luca." The man reached out his hand to Luca, then kissed the back of his hand with reverence. His manner was polite and respectful. "There's an important guest who wants to meet with you."Luca removed his sunglasses. As he sipped on his caramel macchiato, he nodded, allowing his subordinate to lead the guest inside to meet the homeowner."Mr. Luca," greeted a guest who had been invited to sit. Judging by his appearance, the man, likely around 60 years old, was tall and imposing. From his attire, it could be inferred that he was a high-ranking official or held significant influence."Alfonso Walters. Why go to the trouble of coming here?" Luca asked. The middle-aged man straightened his posture."I'm just concerned about what has been happening with us lately. That's why I decided to come here,"
The sound of footsteps echoed rhythmically, thumping against the floor covered in a luxurious Mediterranean-patterned carpet. Casually, Kaivan entered the VIP elevator, the bouncing of each step matching the expensive decor. Upon exiting, Mike, his assistant, was already there to greet him. Mike assisted in carrying the work bag that Kaivan had been holding in his left hand."What's on my schedule for today?" the man inquired as he walked leisurely towards his office."As usual, weekends are typically clear, Sir. But there's Mr. Hans Ulrich waiting in your office. He's been there for the past 30 minutes," Mike replied.Quickly, Kaivan increased his pace. Upon entering the room, he approached Hans, who was sitting comfortably on the guest sofa. Kaivan asked his assistant to leave so that he and Hans could converse freely."Any recent updates?"Hans closed the business magazine he had been reading. "There are a few pieces of information I'd like to share.""And this time, about what?""
Birthday is one of the most joyful moments for children and adults alike. Usually, they receive well-wishes, gifts, and a special celebration on their special day as they grow older.Laura Maximilian herself is accustomed to receiving surprises or grand parties from her two children. However, especially in the case of Kaivan, since he decided to live alone and immerse himself in his business life, he seemed to rarely visit or see his Mom.So, when this man arrives today, especially bringing along a beautiful woman, Laura naturally welcomes him enthusiastically. Kaivan is indeed quite different from Kenzi's obedient nature. He's too stubborn, closed-off, and doesn't like his personal life being disturbed by anyone."Mama, I didn't think you'd come tonight," Laura says after letting go of her hug."There's no way I'd miss an important event like this."Laura then looks at Anne. She scans the woman's appearance from head to toe and speaks softly, "Who's this lovely lady, Kai? Don't you w
Kaivan flipped through the report that Mike had just handed to him. Not one, but multiple stacks of documents that his assistant had brought today. Occasionally, he was seen reading and then shortly picking up the pen he held to add a few signatures."In my opinion, the Four Seasons Hotel in Milan needs a bit of renovation or a decor update that follows the current trends," he remarked.Kaivan lifted his gaze momentarily. The man nodded, then resumed reading the report in his hands."What do you think about expanding the property as well? I admit, the hotel has been bringing us significant profits."Mike nodded in agreement. "Expanding the property is necessary now, Sir. Especially considering Milan is a thriving city and a prime destination for tourists visiting Italy," he explained. "However, there's just one thing...""What's the catch?" Kaivan reflexively looked up as Mike left his sentence hanging. "Don't beat around the bush. Do you want me to pummel you?"Mike chuckled spontane
Anne had just finished taking a shower and was selecting her clothes to wear. As she busied herself with getting ready, she heard a knock on her bedroom door. Hurriedly, she got up and opened the door."Aunt Laura..."Anne could clearly see Laura's figure standing right at her doorstep. She didn't know when the middle-aged woman had entered the living space that Anne and Kaivan had been sharing for some time now. What was certain was that there was a distinct expression of surprise on the face of the Korean descendant woman."Anne... you're living here? With Kaivan?" Laura inquired. Even from the tone of her voice, it was evident that she was seeking more explanation.Anne politely invited Laura to sit in the common area. Once seated together, she tried to provide clarification."I apologize for any misunderstanding, Aunt Laura. I hope you don't misinterpret the situation. Since arriving in London, Kaivan asked me to stay with him so that he could easily watch over and protect me. But
Laura and Anne confidently walked into one of the well-known boutiques located in the heart of downtown London. Behind the women, Kaivan trailed lazily, quite certain that today's fitting session would take a considerable amount of time.It had become a habit for women to spend a long time shopping, whether it was for clothing, makeup, or other necessities. However, since they had made a commitment and this activity needed to be done, Kaivan reluctantly agreed."Kai, just go ahead and choose which suit you want to wear for the wedding event," Laura said, pointing her right hand towards a dedicated room showcasing men's collections. "Let Mom take care of your future bride. Mom wants Anne to look as beautiful as possible during the reception."Kaivan simply nodded. Without saying much, he followed the boutique assistant who guided him to the special gallery for groom attire. Meanwhile, Laura, the middle-aged woman, began her actions. She carefully selected the dress that would be fittin
"Kaivan is quite stubborn. Very different from Kenzi. I was so stressed when he suddenly ran away from home."Anne chose to listen to the woman across from her as she talked. Occasionally, she gazed in awe at how beautiful and graceful Laura looked, even though she was over fifty years old. They were currently on the porch of the house, conversing and sipping chamomile tea while accompanied by the evening sky."If I may ask, what issue did Kaivan have that made him run away from home?"Laura let out a soft sigh. She recalled memories from several years ago."Back then, Kaivan was arranged to be married. And the woman who was supposed to be his wife was Alma, who is now Kenzi's wife. Maybe because he disagreed, he suddenly left home and chose to live with his grandmother in York.""Oh my... " Anne murmured softly. "Seems like he was quite rebellious. But perhaps he just didn't like the woman he was supposed to marry, Aunt."Laura smiled and nodded, confirming her future daughter-in-law
If asked what brings immense happiness to Kaivan Maximilian at the moment, there are only two answers: Anne and their beautiful daughter.If only he had listened to his ego in the past, perhaps he and Anne wouldn't have ended up as happy as they are now. Kaivan also expresses continuous gratitude to the friends who successfully convinced him to marry a woman he once clearly didn't know.Up to this moment, Kaivan still can't comprehend how God orchestrated his life's scenarios so skillfully. How could he, who was once famously arrogant, surrender so easily to someone named Annatasia? And now he finds himself enjoying life, especially with their beautiful daughter finally born into the world."Kimmy, pay attention," Kaivan commands. "When shooting, you need to focus on the target in front of you. Take a slow breath. Then exhale as the bullet is released from the pistol you're holding," he explains seriously.
"Hey... wake up..." Anne whispered. The woman seemed restless. She had been trying to change her sleeping position for a while now. But still, her eyes wouldn't close. In fact, it was getting even harder to fall asleep."What's up?" Kaivan replied as he opened his eyes. Gathering all his awareness, he adjusted his position. He glanced briefly at the corner of the wall to check the time displayed there. "Why aren't you sleeping yet?" he asked."My stomach is hurting. Our baby has been so active in there for a while now. I don't know how many times they've been kicking and moving around," Anne complained.Seeing his wife in pain, Kaivan immediately reached out his right hand. He gently stroked the surface of her stomach with deep emotion.At nine months pregnant, Kaivan often found Anne struggling to sleep. She always had some kind of discomfort every night – whether it was stomach pain, back pai
"So, we'll be heading home soon?" Anne asked as they were strolling through the city of Zurich.In total, the two of them had spent three days in Interlaken. Therefore, yesterday, Kaivan decided to take Anne back to Zurich. And today, he had promised to take his wife to explore other interesting places before deciding to return to London later in the evening."Yes, darling. I apologize for not being able to take you out for too long. Tomorrow morning, Mr. Harold wants to meet to discuss the mall construction business. But don't worry. Once all the work deadlines are met, I'll take you out again. You're free to choose wherever you want to go."Anne turned her head. She gave him a grateful smile, feeling pleased with all the sweet gestures Kaivan had shown. Somehow, he was really good at capturing her heart. Maybe, this was one of Kaivan's tactics to win over women."No need to exaggerate. I'm fine if
Zurich is a highly appealing destination in Switzerland. This largest city in Switzerland is known for its high quality of life, along with being one of the most expensive places to live in the world. Even some of the world's major banks originate from this location.The city is situated on the northern shores of Lake Zurich and is surrounded by the beauty of the Alps mountains. Its urban structure is very well organized, and many professionals reside here. The city boasts a wealth of social and public facilities, earning it the nickname of the happiest city in the world.Zurich is also known as a city that never sleeps, offering a plethora of attractions, from the Old Town and museums to exclusive shopping centers and hilltop locations for enjoying Zurich's beauty from above. The city's streets are dominated by various modes of public transportation, including trams. Apart from the lake, the city is also bordered by other rivers such as the
After going through numerous investigations and evidence gathering, the parliament officials involved in the scandal with Luca have finally been charged and sentenced appropriately. Not much different from his colleagues, Don Luca Guzman faced a similar fate, even more tragic. The Italian-blooded man was charged with serious crimes including drug trafficking, illegal firearms, money laundering, and several attempted murders. As a result, the Supreme Court rendered a verdict to sentence the middle-aged man to life imprisonment. No parole, appeal opportunities, or negotiations."As you requested, Luca and his followers will rot in jail," Hans said over the phone to Kaivan. The large-bodied man was indeed tasked with attending the sentencing hearing regarding the punishment Luca would receive."Thank goodness. I'm glad to hear this news. I hope that after this, no one dares to disturb my life again.""I'll make sure of that, Kai. I hope
After calling hotel security and reporting tonight's incident to the authorities, Kaivan, Anne, and Edward hurriedly left the hotel. They handed over the assault case to Hans for immediate follow-up.Kaivan kept expressing his gratitude to Edward. Thanks to his friend, he was able to locate and save his wife from danger.It turns out that Edward's suspicions were indeed true. Because of this uneasy feeling, he had decided to visit Kaivan repeatedly over the past few days to ensure his friend's well-being."I owe you my life, Ed," Kaivan said when the three of them were at the Four Seasons Hotel. They were sitting in the lobby, waiting for Mike to bring drinks. Meanwhile, Anne focused on cleaning the scrapes on her husband's hands and arms."It's okay. Isn't that what a friend is supposed to do?" Edward replied.Kaivan nodded."Of course. Now, I've even realized that you're
Edward has just parked the sports car he was driving in the parking lot of the Four Seasons Hotel. As he promised earlier this afternoon, he will be showing Kaivan some of the new weapon collections he recently purchased tonight.As shooting enthusiasts, the two of them share a common interest in selecting and collecting various types of firearms. They often consult each other or hunt together to find the desired items."Mike..." Edward greeted as he entered the hotel lobby. "Is Kaivan in his room?"Mike, who had just finished his work at the time, walked over. Approaching Edward, who was standing not far from the reception desk."Mr. Kaivan left a while ago with his wife. They are attending a birthday party," he said.Edward nodded. It was his mistake not to contact Kaivan before coming over."Have they been gone for long?""Quite a while, about two hours ago. They might be back
When Kaivan woke up, it was already midday. This was evident from the abundance of sunlight that managed to pierce through the large curtains covering the bedroom window.Turning slightly, he found his wife still deeply asleep in his embrace, her arm serving as a pillow. One side of her face rested against Kaivan's broad chest.Seeing Anne in such a peaceful state made Kaivan unconsciously smile. Gazing at his wife's beautiful face without blinking, he remained fixed on her for quite a while. Almost as if enchanted or perhaps hypnotized. Whatever it was, Kaivan felt that this was a new activity he must repeat every day. Yes, admiring Anne's lovely face while she was still asleep seemed like a delightful pastime.Satisfied with gazing at his wife's face, Kaivan gently kissed her forehead and then her cheek in turn. This action caused the woman beside him to stir. She formed a faint smile, her eyes not fully open yet.
Giorgino and Noah welcome Kaivan and Anne as they visit the MI6 headquarters at Vauxhall Cross. This morning, the guys had a schedule for an interrogation regarding the Luca case.As witnesses and victims, of course, the MI6 wants to hear directly about the violence Kaivan experienced when dealing with Luca. They hope that after his testimony, it could add to the list of demands against that middle-aged guy to get him punished."Great to see you again, Kaivan," Giorgino greets. "I'm really sorry about the mishap that happened to you the other day. I hope you're in much better shape now."Kaivan smiles and nods politely. The four of them are now standing together in a corner of the building."I'm also glad to be able to meet you again...""You can call me Dad or Papa," Giorgino interrupts. "Whichever makes you comfortable.""Okay, Dad. My condition now is much better than before. Besides, this is noth